ADAS calibration and RMI access

As vehicles incorporate more Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) – such as lane-keeping assistance, adaptive cruise control and automated braking – accurate calibration following repair has become essential to ensure these safety systems operate correctly.

Under the evolving framework of Regulation (EU) 2018/858, manufacturers are expected to include ADAS calibration procedures and technical data as part of the Repair and Maintenance Information (RMI) catalogue made available to independent operators. This ensures that workshops have access to the information required to restore safety-critical systems after repair.

Security and access considerations

A key question emerging within the industry is whether certain ADAS calibration operations should fall under the security-related RMI framework, requiring authorised access under the SERMI scheme.

While SERMI currently governs functions such as immobiliser programming and anti-theft systems, some calibration procedures involve writing data to vehicle control units and interacting with safety-critical systems. As a result, regulators and manufacturers are considering whether these activities should require enhanced authentication.

Supporting controlled access

Modern RMI platforms must support both open access to documentation and controlled access to sensitive procedures. By linking technical content with user authentication and permissions management, systems can ensure that authorised operators receive the information and tools required to perform calibration safely and compliantly.

This approach enables RMI providers to deliver ADAS calibration procedures, entitlement management and diagnostic tool integration within a single compliant platform.